Recovery Learning Specialist

Mental Health Partnerships•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

MHP is hiring a full-time Recovery Learning Specialist to facilitate recovery groups for participants. The role involves teaching and supporting the acquisition and utilization of skills needed for recovery, such as WRAP trainings, mental health advanced directives, health screens, budget management, substance use disorder groups, peer support groups, and housing options. The specialist will also promote knowledge of available service options and choices, encourage the utilization of natural community resources, and foster a sense of wellness and self-worth among participants. This is a full-time position with an in-office schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, and a starting salary of $16.82/hour. MHP is recognized for its commitment to mentally healthy workplaces, holding the Mental Health America's 2025 Platinum Bell Seal Award.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
2 years of related work experience (including internships and volunteer work).
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must possess basic computer skills to perform job duties including desktop computing, e-mail, time sheet management, electronic health records, internet research, etc. and the ability to learn software applications relevant to your position.
Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
Strong skillsets in oral and written communication, cultural competence, interpersonal relationships and teamwork, attention to detail, customer service, time management, autonomy, problem solving and organization.
Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
Certified or has the ability to be certified in First Aid/CPR.
If your program has a fully functioning kitchen, and cooks or prepares food, you must be able to obtain a Food Safety Certificate within 6 months of hire.
Effective November 15, 2021, all new employees will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before beginning employment with MHP. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for those with qualifying medical or religious exemptions.

Nice To Haves

Credentialed as a Certified Peer Specialist is a plus; if your program is in Delaware, credentialed as a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist is required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Creates and facilitates group curriculum and lesson plans that support adult learning and knowledge discussing recovery skill building, daily world events, and whole health support; creates handouts and maintains documentation to support the topic of the group.
Organizes participants in groups and encourages them to help one another succeed.
Collaborates with participants to identify and access community resources for developing natural supports to increase their success in the community.
Supports the development of a participant's recovery plan, and coordinates supports and resources to help each participant's recovery plan in order to support participants in becoming self-sufficient.
Obtains necessary information during the intake process (if required), and collaboratively documents their progress in MHP's electronic health records system; ensures that all data is correct by verifying the information with the participant; maintains required documentation, including but not limited to, daily logs and progress notes, shift reports, Incident Reports and housing applications.
Other duties as assigned to fulfill MHP's mission.